Special Education Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional) 2025-2026

The Museum School•Decatur, GA

About The Position

The Museum School of Avondale Estates seeks skilled and passionate educators to serve in the role of Special Education Paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year. The staff member will work closely with the special education staff, classroom teachers, and staff to provide assistance with classroom organization, management, and instructional strategies Additionally, the teacher must be able to promote a classroom environment that recognizes and appreciates diversity. To learn more about our work around equity, diversity and inclusion, please visit https://themuseumschool.org/welcome/our-community/ . The mission of The Museum School of Avondale Estates is to inspire students, teachers, and the community to collaborate to develop strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and academic skills in our students, which will prepare them for real-world success. The museum-school model is a unique approach to learning.

Requirements

Certified or certifiable Georgia Paraprofessional

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Two (2) years of experience with children
Experience working with a diverse student population

Responsibilities

Supporting students’ IEPs by offering individual support to students through push-in and pull-out settings
Working closely with Special Education staff to ensure that all areas of a student’s IEP (goals, setting, modifications, etc.) are implemented as intended
Assisting teachers and students by working with students individually or in small groups, reinforcing instruction while attending to student’s learning styles and academic level
Assisting with classroom management and classroom organization
Assisting administrators and other staff members in the supervision of students during arrival, dismissal and lunch
Assisting teachers and other staff members with the supervision of students during learning expeditions
Other duties as required